Planning a birthday weekend, cousins' reunion, or friends’ getaway? This is your home base — a spacious retreat 20 minutes from Chicago. Designed for groups up to 10 guests, this home makes it easy to reconnect and actually enjoy the time you’ve carved out together. Yet still enough space to find a spot for solitude where you can unwind. The space MAIN FLOOR * Chic living room with bold light fixtures and 2 cozy sofas. * Dining room with a round table for 8. * Two spacious bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen) w/Additional quilts in closet * Full bathroom with tub & step-in shower. KITCHEN + BREAKFAST ROOM + COFFEE BAR Meal Prep Magic — You Bring the Recipes, We’ve Got the Rest! Fully stocked for family feasts, pancake mornings, and taco nights: * Pots, pans, and bakeware * Utensils, knives, and all the chopping essentials * Dishes and silverware for 10 (yes, we counted) * Kid-friendly cups & plates too! * Mixing bowls, measuring gear, and handy gadgets * Toaster, blender, microwave, oven & stovetop * Big fridge/freezer combo for all your goodies * Dishwasher to save your sanity Coffee First, Questions Later — Your Daily Buzz Starts Here! This cheerful little corner delivers the goods: * Regular & decaf coffee * Whole beans + grinder for your fresh brew fix * Pour-over setup for the coffee snob in your crew * A rainbow of teas — black, green, herbal, and fruity * Rich hot cocoa w/marshmallows for kid vibes * Sugar, creamers, honey sticks & cute mugs * Take in the garden view while you sip PRIMARY SUITE Your own private retreat: * King bed * Day bed reading nook * En-suite bathroom * Double closets * Blackout curtains * Additional quilt in closet BASEMENT RETREAT Multiple relaxation spaces including * Sectional * Love seat * Leather chairs * Cushioned stools * A large bedroom with both a king and queen bed w/Additional quilts in closet Game Zone * Arcade console with dedicated TV * Board games: Scrabble, Left-Right-Center, checkers, chess * 6-in-1 game table * Record player

My passion is running my business Crimson Key Short Term Rentals. A former teacher turned short-term rental host—now channeling years of planning, care, and creativity into crafting welcoming spaces for families and travelers alike. I love to sing. I have three cats who will go on walks with me.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD Located on a quiet street in Brookfield, IL, Crimson Morton offers the perfect blend of peaceful suburb and easy access to Chicago adventures. This charming suburb has the best of both worlds—tree-lined streets and direct train access to downtown. Just a 3-minute walk to the Congress Park Metra station Reach downtown Chicago in about 20 minutes by train (express) 5 minutes to the Brookfield Zoo and local forest preserves Easy drive to Oak Park, Riverside, and La Grange for great dining and shopping. 15 minutes to Oak Brook Mall - recently named one of the best malls in the U.S. Family-friendly, walkable area with parks, coffee shops, and local gems nearby. Explore the famous Brookfield Zoo, grab coffee at a Loca Mocha Cafe, or enjoy nearby parks like Ryder Woods and Wolf Road Prairie. Visit the largest video arcade in the USA, Galloping Ghost, less than a mile away. This location is ideal for groups who want to explore the city and come home to a quiet, comfortable space each night. Whether you’re heading to a concert, museum, golf tournament, or just enjoying time with loved ones, you'll have a restful, well-located home base.